Experienced Industrial Electrical Technician (EN-EL-MO-2026-164-LD)

At CERN , the European Organization for Nuclear Research, physicists and engineers are probing the fundamental structure of the universe. Using the world's largest and most complex scientific instruments, they study the basic constituents of matter - fundamental particles that are made to collide together at close to the speed of light. The process gives physicists clues about how particles interact, and provides insights into the fundamental laws of nature.

Introduction

Within the CERN Engineering department (EN), the Electrical Engineering (EL) group is responsible for managing CERN’s electrical distribution network, ranging from 400 kV to 400/230 V, which includes its operation, maintenance, renovation, control as well as forecasting energy consumption and handling relations with suppliers. Additionally, the group oversees the cabling infrastructure, managing everything from the installation and removal of control, water-cooled, and fiber optic cables to the maintenance of their supporting structures.

You will join the Maintenance and Operation (EN-EL-MO) section, responsible for the operation and maintenance of CERN’s electrical network, the commissioning of new installations, and the execution of small-scale electrical works.

As an experienced industrial electrical technician in the EN-EL-MO section, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining part of CERN's high- and low-voltage electrical network.

Apply your expertise to support the operation, maintenance, consolidation and development of CERN’s electrical transmission and distribution systems, the backbone of one of the world’s largest and most powerful particle colliders. Join the CERN electrical engineering team. Take part!

Functions

As responsible for maintaining and operating a portion of CERN's electrical network, you will:

- Operate the high- and low-voltage network (lockouts, switching electrical equipment on and off, network reconfiguration).
- Perform troubleshooting and repairs, document interventions, and lead or contribute to the preparation of technical reports.
- Carry out regular inspections to ensure the reliability and safety of the electrical network.
- Act as the contact person for users connected to the electrical network within the assigned area.
- Supervise preventive and corrective maintenance activities, as well as electrical works.
- Contribute to electrical projects executed by the Group: participate in project meetings, assist in the definition of technical solutions, prepare and execute tests and commissioning activities, and perform acceptance tests on high- and low-voltage installations.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance and operational activities, including work performed, issues encountered, and corrective actions taken.

Technical certificate or general secondary education or equivalent relevant experience in the field of Electrical Engineering or a related field.

Behavioural competencies

- Achieving Results: driving work / projects along and seeing them through to their conclusion.
- Demonstrating Accountability: taking responsibility for own actions and decisions.
- Demonstrating Flexibility: demonstrating a willingness to accept changing circumstances; supporting initiatives for change.
- Working in Teams: building and maintaining constructive and effective work relationships.

Language skills

Spoken and written English, with a commitment to learn French.

Requirements

Good knowledge of high- and low-voltage electrical distribution systems and associated equipment.; Proven experience in the operation and maintenance of electrical installations, including troubleshooting, fault diagnosis, repairs, and commissioning activities.; Demonstrated ability to work autonomously while coordinating activities with users, contractors, and technical specialists in a multidisciplinary environment.; Experience using a Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS) for recording maintenance and operational activities.; Experience in reading, updating, and managing electrical drawings, technical documentation, and as-built records.; Operation and maintenance of electrical circuits and networks.; Construction, test and commissioning of electrical circuits and networks.; Knowledge of Computerised Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

Benefits

A competitive salary (tax free), increasing in line with your years of relevant experience.; 30 days of paid leave per year plus 2 weeks annual closure.; Coverage by CERN’s comprehensive health insurance scheme (for yourself, your spouse and children), and membership of the CERN Pension Fund.; Family, child and infant monthly allowances depending on your individual circumstances.; A relocation package (installation grant, removal, travel expenses) depending on your individual circumstances.; Possibility to extend your contract up to 8 years + eligibility for indefinite contract tenure.